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The Late 5: Nigerians ought to commend us for our achievements thus far – Buhari; Labour adamant, says no going back on strike action | More stories
These are the stories that drove the conversation today: After months and years (since 2015) of controversy about his ‘missing result’ and claims by President Muhammadu Buhari that his O'Level…
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The Late 5: After long-drawn battle with El-rufai, Shehu Sani quits APC; Lawyer confirms Nnamdi Kanu is alive, to address world press conference Sunday | More stories
These are the stories that drove the conversation today: Following controversies that trailed the primaries of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kaduna and, his constant back and forth with…
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UPDATED: Shehu Sani dumps the APC
Following a long drawn battle with Kaduna Governor Nasir El-Rufai and the controversies that trailed the primaries of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kaduna where he failed to get the ticket…
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The YNaija Cover – the 12th of September
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Why are politicians receiving “free” nomination forms from support groups?
Activities gearing up to the 2019 elections have intensified in the past few weeks, with the various political parties opening the window for the purchase of forms for expression of…
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The Late 5: Saraki weighing decision to unseat Buhari in 2019, U.S Embassy explains closure of Abuja consulate | Other stories
These are the stories that drove the conversation today: Following Tuesday's announcement of a temporary suspension of its consular services in Abuja, the Federal Capital Territory, until further notice, the United…
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The Big 5: FG launches N64m website, Igbo leaders call for 6-year tenure for Presidents and other stories
Here are the stories you should be monitoring today: The Federal Government on Monday launched an upgraded website aimed at bringing governance close to the people. The Secretary to Government…
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The Late 5: CAN General Secretary, Dr. Musa Asake dies at 66, Super Eagles to play Atletico Madrid and other stories
Here are the stories that drove the conversation today: Rev. Dr. Musa Asake, The General Secretary of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) is dead. He was aged 66. According…
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Today’s Noisemakers: Nasir El-Rufai, Joe Abah, Shehu Sani, others
Every day on the Nigerian internet, there are people who keep our eyes glued to our phone screens as we read their rants, opinions, perspectives on political and social matters,…
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Today’s Noisemakers: Nasir El-Rufai, Lauretta Onochie, Pius Adesanmi, others
Every day on the Nigerian internet, there are people who keep our eyes glued to our phone screens as we read their rants, opinions, perspectives on political and social matters,…
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The Late 5: Buhari apologises for attack on Dapchi school, El-Rufai sues Shehu Sani, and other top stories
These are the top five Nigerian stories that drove conversation today. President Muhammadu Buhari has expressed his apology for the attack on Government Girls Technical College, Dapchi, which led to the…
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The Late 5: APC faction suspends El-Rufai, 475 Boko Haram suspects released, and other top stories
These are the top five Nigerian stories that drove conversation today. The Catholic Church has announced its return to the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) after a five-year absence. A…
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Osinbajo, Dabiri, others have something to say about Buhari’s ‘softer side’
In a documentary put together by the Media and Publicity department of the State House, President Muhammadu Buhari has reiterated that he will never betray the trust reposed in him…
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“Who did he give the money to?” | El-Rufai claims Atiku gave nothing during the 2015 elections
The governor of Kaduna, Nasir El-Rufai says former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar did not contribute a dime to the 2015 presidential campaign of the All Progressives Congress (APC). Speaking on ‘Democracy…
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#YNaija2017Review: Evans, Rochas, Maina… See the 10 worst people of the year?
Is there anything redeeming about this lot? Abiola Ajimobi While addressing protesting students of the Oyo state co-owned Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH), Governor Abiola Ajimobi was caught on…
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The YNaija Cover this morning – the 15th of December
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El-Rufai sacks 4000 LG workers
The Kaduna government has sacked over 4,000 workers from the state’s civil service. Jafaru Sani, commissioner for local government and chieftaincy affairs, said on Tuesday that the affected workers are…
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APC was well aware that Atiku will leave – El-Rufai
The governor of Kaduna, Mallam Nasir El-Rufai on Friday said it was good that former Vice President Atiku Abubakar left the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) early. He said the party…
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El-Rufai released scripts of carpenters, messengers not teachers – NUT
The Nigerian Union of Teachers (NUT) has said the scripts displayed on the internet by Kaduna State governor, Nasir El-Rufai were those of messengers and carpenters. Why it matters: The state…
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The YNaija Cover this evening – the 13th of November
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Shehu Sani’s ‘unionism’ supports incompetence | YNaija Effectiveness Ranking for Senators
The Senator representing Kaduna Central, Shehu Sani has found it difficult to separate activism from the inner workings of governance. Sani, who has previously been at loggerheads with Kaduna governor,…
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NLC accuses El-Rufai of grand plot to ‘cut’ Kaduna’s workforce
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has said that the planned sack of about 21,780 teachers by the Kaduna government was part of a larger plan by the government to embark…
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NUT condemns El-Rufai’s competency test for teachers
The Nigerian Union of Teachers (NUT), have condemned the plan by the Kaduna government to sack over 21,000 teachers for failing a competency test conducted in the state for Teachers.…
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Today’s Noisemakers: El-Rufai, Chude, Wizkid, others
Every day on the Nigerian internet, there are people who keep our eyes glued to our phone screens as we read their rants, opinions, perspectives on political and social matters,…
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The YNaija Cover this evening – the 9th of November
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Apparently, there’s no plan for education | 5 takeaways from Buhari’s 2018 budget presentation
by Alexander O. Onukwue President Muhammadu Buhari made history at the National Assembly today where he proposed a record N8.61 trillion as the 2018 budget. The figure is in keeping…
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“The judgment will not stop this criminal trial” | El-Rufai reacts to court ruling mandating N40m payment to Audu Maikori
The governor of Kaduna, Nasir El-Rufai has vowed to challenge Friday’s Federal High Court ruling which awarded up to N40 million in damages to Audu Maikori in a fundamental rights suit. According to Premium…
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Court awards N40m against El Rufai, Police over Audu Maikori’s “illegal detention”
The Federal High Court in Abuja Friday awarded N40 million cost against the Governor of Kaduna, Nasir El Rufai and, the Nigerian Police Force for 'illegally detaining' the Chief Executive…
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Kaduna 2019: Group rejects “black market approach” endorsement for El-Rufai
The Kaduna Restoration Group (KRG) has accused the Governor of Kaduna, Nasir el-Rufai, of trying to orchestrate his second term. Reference: Buhari has endorsed my second term in 2019 -…
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Buhari has endorsed my re-election in 2019 – El-Rufai
Kaduna State governor, Nasir El-Rufai has said President Muhammadu Buhari has endorsed his re-election in 2019. In a radio interview, El-Rufai said the President endorsed his bid, after the APC…
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YMonitor
- Beyond the Power Struggle: Why a Strong Opposition Party is Crucial for Nigeria’s Democracy
- The Importance of Impartial Reporting in Nigeria’s Democracy
- Understanding the Role of Election Tribunals in Nigeria’s Electoral Process
- The Importance of Active Citizenship Beyond the Voting Booth
- How Ethnic Baiting is Undermining Nigeria’s National Security and Democracy
YMonitor
- Beyond the Power Struggle: Why a Strong Opposition Party is Crucial for Nigeria’s Democracy
- The Importance of Impartial Reporting in Nigeria’s Democracy
- Understanding the Role of Election Tribunals in Nigeria’s Electoral Process
- The Importance of Active Citizenship Beyond the Voting Booth
- How Ethnic Baiting is Undermining Nigeria’s National Security and Democracy